Medical Services at Carolinas HealthCare System University

From life's little miracles to life’s mishaps, Carolinas HealthCare System University is here for you. Our award-winning maternity center provides personalized support and education throughout your pregnancy, delivery and recovery, while our Emergency Department has more than 65,000 patient visits every year.

The Diabetes Self-Management Education Program at Carolinas HealthCare System University is a comprehensive education program, nationally recognized by the American Diabetes Association and meeting the national standard for Diabetes Self-Management Education. Our RN/certified diabetes educators and registered dietitians are eager to help you obtain the knowledge and motivation you need to improve your overall health and lifestyle. For more information, please call 704-863-5713.

Farmers Market: The Farmer’s Market happens every Thursday from 4 – 7 p.m. now through October 29 in front of the main hospital entrance. Please come outside to see us and enjoy the easier access to great, local, fresh foods! We will feature a bountiful assortment of fruits and vegetables; honey and honey products and much more!

Carolinas ContinueCARE Hospital at University: A 35-bed, long-term acute-care hospital located on the fourth floor of Carolinas HealthCare System University. Provides care to patients who have medically complex conditions, including chronic illnesses.

The Teaching Garden at Carolinas HealthCare System University is an organic fruit, vegetable and herb garden highlighting the nutritional and environmental benefits of fresh, locally grown produce in an interactive and educational way. The garden serves as an outdoor classroom for all, teaching healthy habits to hospital visitors and staff, local schoolchildren and members of the wider community.

Community Health

Carolinas HealthCare System University and the YMCA of greater Charlotte are building a healthy community through Carolinas HealthCare System Health Centers inside Charlotte area YMCAs. This collaborative effort provides preventive health education and wellness programs to the community. Registered nurses, available at the health centers to all members of the community, help enhance spirit, mind and body through disease prevention, health education, early detection of illness or injury, and appropriate medical referral.Locations:

University City YMCA8100 Old Mallard Creek Road, Charlotte, 704-716-6769